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$297,782$167 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $246,000 on Aug 17, 2021

1162 EMERALD RIDGE DR

CALERA, AL 35040
2
Baths
1,779 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$298K
$281K low$315K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$246,000 · Aug 17, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$297,782
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$238,226

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,029 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$56,100 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$56,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyShelby
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Calera Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.0 mi
H
Calera High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Calera Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Shelby County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35040These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,533
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.240 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,740
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,639
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1162 Emerald Ridge Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 78% of homes in Calera 35040
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Calera 35040
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Calera 35040
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Shelby County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Shelby County

What homes are worth in Calera 35040

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$95K$594K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Calera 35040.

How it measures up in Calera 35040

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Calera 35040.

Estimated value$297,782
CheaperTypical $243,078Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,779 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,556 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 1162 Emerald Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCalera 35040Shelby County
Estimated valuepricier than$297,78278% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16770% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,779 ft²65% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac50% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than201478% of homes86% of homes

About 1162 Emerald Ridge Dr

How much is 1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL is $297,782 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $280,934 to $314,630. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL last sell?

1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL last sold on Aug 17, 2021 for $246,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL?

1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,779 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL built?

1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL was built in 2014, making it 12 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL?

1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL is assigned to Calera Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Calera High School (high), rated B-; Calera Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Shelby County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL compare to other homes in Calera 35040?

Among the 7,790 homes in Calera 35040, it is worth more than 78% of them ($297,782 against a typical $243,078), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($167 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,779 ft² against a typical 1,556 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (2014 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Shelby County, it is worth more than 37% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1162 Emerald Ridge Dr, Calera, AL was $3,029. The county assessed it at $56,100.

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